Events

Our Cult Classics calendar revisits silver screen masterpieces from the early 20th century through to now.

Comedy at Classic returns! Our free Wednesday night comedy features some of Melbourne's best comedians.

Join us for our Thursday Jazz gathering a sparkling inter-generational performance with different guests every week! Anchored by saxophonist Rob Burke.

We're presenting a very special double-bill of classic Doctor Who films starring Peter Cushing! See cult favourites DR. WHO AND THE DALEKS (1965) and THE DALEKS' INVASION OF EARTH (1966) on the big screen, regenerated into glorious 4K.

Movie Club Members are invited to preview this uplifting and hilarious film, starring Mark Rylance and based on the unbelievable true story of the world's most heart-warming sports hoax.

PRINCESS MONONOKE, the epic masterpiece from acclaimed animator Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, turns 25 this year. To celebrate, we're bringing it back to the big screen for a strictly limited time. 

Preview the highly-anticipated blockbuster WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING, based on the bestselling book, and enjoy a complimentary glass of pinot. In partnership with Sticks Winery.

Presenting a special one night only screening of WE PLAYED ON: DAVID HERMAN THEATRE GROUP, a documentary on the renowned Yiddish theatre company in Melbourne. Presented with the Kadimah Jewish Cultural Centre.

Join us for a very special performance from two talented local musicians, Sidra Nissen and Caleb Wilson!

Park Chan-wook's blood-soaked Korean revenge thriller OLDBOY (2003) returns to the big screen in a glorious new 4K remaster. Screening for a strictly limited time only.

We're screening this fascinating documentary on nine gorgeous forms of craftmanship for a strictly limited time only.

Revered stand-up talent Akmal Saleh performs live at Classic!

“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” - Gandalf

Experience the thrills of the original TOP GUN (1986) in all its high octane 80s action and glistening volleyball glory. One screening only on Sunday 7 August, 3pm.

Hugely popular stand-up Ivan Aristeguieta brings his sublime comedy to Classic! One night only on Friday 26 August, 8pm.

The wait is over! After two long years maestro Andre Rieu returns with another grand concert from his hometown of Maastricht. Three sessions only, from Saturday 27 August - Monday 29 August.

Relive the magic of the wizarding world with our marathon screening of the Harry Potter series. Runs from 11am Saturday 3 September to 9am Sunday 4 September.

Razor-sharp comedian Luke Heggie performs live at Classic! Only on Friday 23 September, 8pm.

See the Socceroos' pivotal World Cup matches LIVE on the big screen!

Weekly open caption sessions for anyone who needs it.

Crying, kicking, screaming is welcome, and that goes for the babies as well. 

Jazz, comedy and talks are back at Classic Southside.

Presenting fine art and theatre on The Big Screen. 

We're bringing breathtaking real-life adventures and glorious outdoor vistas to the big screen.

Rediscover the magic of the original master of film comedy, Charlie Chaplin, with this glorious program of his greatest films.

Enjoy previews of these fresh films with a complimentary Kaiju Krush! on arrival*, plus cheap frothies from the bar until close.

Our new limited edition tote is a must-have accessory for any serious cinephile.

Attention Classic superfans! We have a limited supply of Classic t-shirts and masks for sale in the gift shop.